This dissertation describes the development of a game-based methodology that facilitates the exploration and selection of research and development (R&D) projects under uncertain competitive scenarios. The proposed method provides an approach that analyzes competitor positioning and formulates...

Hitherto, very few performance measures have been constructed for selecting the right production system. Before a new, advanced manufacturing system (e.g. Just In Time and Flexible Manufacturing System) is implemented in a company, it is of paramount importance that extensive analysis should be...

Purpose – Using the hyperbolic discounting approach in qualitative manner, the purpose of this paper is to explore the linkage of the time preference bias towards the too early execution of strategic focused planning. The paper also investigates the role of psychological bias in explaining the...

Attempts to break new ground by examining the motivations, obstacles, various organizational and decision‐maker traits associated with internationalization, and factors aiding retailers′ performance in overseas markets by interview survey in 42 companies. Investigates possible...

Purpose – In May 2004, ten new member states joined the European Union (EU). Although these countries have experienced very different historical and political systems, they face a shared future. This paper seeks to answer the question: how do they analyze this future?...

Purpose – This paper is intended to provide a detailed account of foresight activities in Ireland, their methods, means, topics of research, and impact on public debate, together with links to the main web sites. Design/methodology/approach – This paper surveys the institutions and agencies...

Purpose – This paper seeks to explore the interrelationships between futures studies and public decision making in Sweden. Design/methodology/approach – Based on a series of interviews conducted in Stockholm in December 2003, this paper presents the main players involved in futures studies...

Purpose – This paper seeks to analyse the tools and initiatives developed in the public sector in Quebec to anticipate futures challenges. Design/methodology/approach – The paper surveys and analyses forward‐looking activities within governments, the public sector and institutes in Quebec....

Purpose – This paper addresses a challenging topic, which in both academic and professional literatures has been widely discussed but mainly from one single angle – that is, how to select foresight methods. From that point of view researchers and consultants promote (even if unintentionally)...

Purpose Within the theoretical framework of Regional Innovation Systems, the purpose of the paper is to introduce an innovative methodological scheme for strategic planning decisions in public administrations, based on foresight, roadmapping and large participation processes....